CENTRE FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE (CODE)

CENTRE FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE (CODE)

Centre for Design Excellence (CODE) is a constituent body of Vivekananda Global University (established by Rajasthan State Assembly Act 11/2012 and covered under 2(f) of UGC ACT, 1956).

Centre for Design Excellence; is an international college with degree granting authority in Architecture, Interior Design, Lifestyle Accessory Design and Visual Communication Design and have accreditation from CoA, UGC.

CODE is a dynamic forum for exchanging ideas, methods and professional experience. Our students and faculty combine curiosity, experimentation and enthusiasm in the pursuit of learning. At CODE, we believe that finding a design solution, creating a work of art and facilitating the production of a creative team are intellectual processes of undeniable value. Developing critical awareness through hands-on research and discussion is essential to professional maturation and individual growth. Design Practice demands a high level of personal commitment and discipline, and we expect our students to participate actively in class so that they can explore differing points of view and engage our creative resources.

We are rooted in a city of primary Art, Architecture and design production. Experiencing the rich culture, heritage and architecture of Jaipur city provides a rich source of visual inspiration. Sharing this experience with individuals from many different organisations under collaborative terms gives our students a unique perspective on the variety of expression existing throughout the World.

CODE offer 4 Bachelor Degree Programmes

B. Des. (FASHION & TEXTILE DESIGN)

B. Des. (INTERIOR & PRODUCT DESIGN)

B. Des. (GRAPHIC & COMMUNICATION DESIGN)

B. Arch. (ARCHITECTURE)

CODE Admission Calendar

Registration Starts

15 Feb 2018

Last Date of Form Submission

15 May 2018

Date of Online Entrance Exam

19 & 20 May 2018

Results of Entrance Exam

23 May 2018

Personal Interviews

27-28 May 2018

Final Merit List

5 June 2018

Semester Starts

16 July 2018

Who is Eligible to Apply ?

The candidates seeking admission in Bachelor of Design (B. Des.) shall have passed the HSC examination (10+2), Have completed their 10+2 level from any recognized Central/State Board of Secondary Examination, or any other recognized examination with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

Have studied at any Public School/Board/University Examination in India or in foreign countries which is recognized by the Association of Indian Universities to be equivalent to 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

Possess a three or four year diploma which is recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

Application Process

Online Application Form

Candidate can apply online through Application Form made available on Website http://decode.codevgu.in/

Online Payment:

Applicants need to fill their information in the online application form available on the website along with the non-refundable application processing fee of 1800/-INR.

Counseling

For any query or confusion, students are free to contact the admission department on our Toll-Free Number 1800-3131-415 or mobile no. +91-9924467387. The student can also email at admission@codevgu.in

Application FORM De-CODE

Information for Online forms Same as our application form just add following page. Enclosures where documents can be uploaded followed by online payment.

Exam and Admit Card

All Information about Exam and Admit Card will be sent on student registered E-mail ID and uploaded on our official Website http://www.codevgu.in/.

Exam Pattern

The Exam will be held online only in which candidate has to give two papers.Paper 1:- Aptitude Test 60 min duration
Multiple choice questions on the basis of Quantitative Ability, Communication Ability, English Comprehension, Analytical Ability, General Knowledge and Current Affairs.Paper 2:- Creativity Test 120 min Duration
Subjective Questions with be answer in visual (graphical representation) or written formats.

Exam Syllabus

The exam will have questions from the following topics:

VISUALIZATION AND SPATIAL ABILITY

Spatial visualization ability or visual-spatial ability is the ability to mentally manipulate 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional figures. It is to assess your ability to think spatially and mentally manipulate images, and perceive patterns between them. It is typically measured with simple cognitive tests and is predictive of user performance with some kinds of user interfaces.

ECOLOGICAL AND PUBLIC AWARENESS

General awareness of environmental factors such as climate, population, water, vegetation, pollution, weather, natural resources etc., and their implications on the design of products, images, infrastructure and environment. Awareness of social and cultural connection with design, history of the designed artefact, and socially responsible and environmentally sustainable design responses. History of art, sculpture and literature.

ANALYTICAL AND LOGICAL REASONING

The logical reasoning, also known as critical thinking or analytic reasoning, involves one's ability to isolate and identify the various components of any given argument. It is designed to assess a candidate's ability at skills such as how to interpret patterns, umber sequences or the relationships between shapes. Ability to use logic and structured thinking to deduce from a short passage, which of a number of statements is the most accurate response to a posed question. Data Interpretation, brainteasers, and patterns.

VERBAL COMMUNICATION AND CREATIVITY

Ability to understand and use Standard English. Reading comprehension, knowledge of English grammar such as sentence structure and usage, the use of tenses, verb patterns, articles, and active and passive constructions, etc. & vocabulary skills. Ability to think creatively in terms of alternatives, ability to distinguish innovative options and think out of the box.

B. Des. (FASHION & TEXTILE DESIGN)

Course Overview

The art and business of fashion give form and function to clothing, a basic human need, imbuing it with meaning in the ever-evolving language of style. The Fashion Design course at CODE is intimate and hands-on, allowing for each student to be closely followed by his or her instructor. Our classrooms emulate the working process of a professional design studio from conceptual drawings to the selection of colors and fabrics, as well as pattern-making and the construction of finished garments.

Students acquire an understanding of tools, materials, construction techniques and textile design methods, enabling them to express their individual creative visions. Intensive concept and design courses, weekly critiques, workshops with industry professionals and the study of local craft help students to develop originality and acquire an understanding of their craft. Beyond the school atelier, exposure to trade fairs, designer shows and museum exhibitions all foster a keen understanding of the Indian marketplace.

Visiting critics help familiarize students with the design requirements and specification of various markets, while company-driven projects expose students to the real world challenges they will face in the business of style. Senior year culminates with the construction and presentation of a personal collection and design portfolio.

CODE aspires to provide assortment of traditional and modern trends to the industry of fashion design. Our mission is not only to bring the knowledge of one factor of designing rather we work on versatility, which further intensifies the skills of the students from the quality of cloth and minute embroidery strands to the finished look of the outfit.

Registration Fee is applicable for one time only.Course Fee may be paid in two installments.Caution Money is applicable for one time only & is refunded after completion of the course.

Hostel Fee Structure

Hostel

Fees (INR )

A.C. Hostel

Rs. 1,36,500 / – (Annual)

Boys Hostel

Rs. 82,000 / – (Annual)

Girls Hostel

Rs. 82,000 / – (Annual)

Dormitory

Rs. 62,000 / – (Annual)

Hostel Security Deposit

Rs. 10,000 / – (Refundable)

Hostel fee is inclusive of Food, Lodging and Transportation

Hostel Fee may be paid in three installments.

Security Money is applicable for one time only & refunded after leaving the hostel as per norms.

B. Des. (INTERIOR & PRODUCT DESIGN)

Course Overview

“Interior design & Product Design is the art of defining spaces that surround us…from the inside out. Whether within intimately small spaces or much larger schemes, within residential, commercial or work related places, the interior designer must demonstrate the ability to adapt and develop, way beyond simple decoration, subtle design proposals both sensitive to context and responsive to complex constraints and specific requirements.”

The Bachelor Design Degree in Interior Design encourages a thorough yet versatile design approach, following systematic and coordinated methodologies. With an emphasis on Residential, Retail, Commercial Spaces etc., the program is intended for undergraduate students aiming to become professional interior designers. Inter-disciplinary in nature and structure, the studio and the classroom serve as complementary spaces for design thinking and creative expression as well as technical and professional skills development.

The course builds up with individual projects in various semesters which is presented before a panel of critics, followed by a 6 month mandatory internship and thesis. The significant studio practice and the plurality of choices offered by this program prepare graduates for immediate insertion into the interior design field in India and internationally, or for entry into specialized Master’s degree programs.

Set within the unique context of Jaipur, with its rich historical royal art and cultural heritage, and traditional building crafts ,prestigious and innovative interior design concepts and renowned leading figures in the field, the Centre for Design Excellence is an ideal setting to pursue the development of a clear and personal creative direction within this discipline.

Registration Fee is applicable for one time only.Course Fee may be paid in two installments.Caution Money is applicable for one time only & is refunded after completion of the course.

Hostel Fee Structure

Hostel

Fees (INR )

A.C. Hostel

Rs. 1,36,500 / – (Annual)

Boys Hostel (Non-A.C.)

Rs. 82,000 / – (Annual)

Girls Hostel (Non-A.C.)

Rs. 82,000 / – (Annual)

Dormitory

Rs. 62,000 / – (Annual)

Hostel Security Deposit

Rs. 10,000 / – (Refundable)

Hostel fee is inclusive of Food, Lodging and Transportation

Hostel Fee may be paid in three installments.

Security Money is applicable for one time only & refunded after leaving the hostel as per norms.

B. Des. (GRAPHIC & COMMUNICATION DESIGN)

Course Overview

The digital revolution has opened up Visual communication design to new disciplines that require students to excel not only in traditional design skills, but in design research methodology, human-centered concept development and system design processes.

Visual Communication designers give form to information in advertising, publishing and editorial design, corporate and exhibition design, websites, multimedia, environmental graphics, signs and maps, service design, interaction design, film and video. In all these fields, the need to clearly and succinctly inform, entertain and persuade remains a critical concern.

Located in an internationally renowned mecca for artists and designers, CODE, VGU offers Visual Communication Design Under graduate Degree Course as a unique opportunity to broaden their cultural and creative perspectives. Not only is the metropolitan landscape an ideal setting to experience graphic design in action, but the city’s vibrant community of design professionals is a rich resource for students as they develop their own visual language.

The comprehensive curriculum at CODE establishes a solid foundation in visual form and design principles, as well as addressing the methodologies and issues behind contemporary graphic design.

5.Motion Graphics

6.Print Media

7.Spatial Design

Design built environment

Interior design

3 D rendering

8.Interaction Design

Web Interfaces

Apps development

B. Arch. (ARCHITECTURE)

Course Overview

“We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us.” ~ – Winston Churchill
“we shape young and creative minds, who all will transform the world.”
“Technology will never replace great teachers, but in the hands of great teachers, it’s transformation.” ~ -George Couros.

Bachelors in Architecture program at CODE is affiliated to Council of Architecture (COA) and University Grants Commission (UGC). The main vision of the center is to provide deep knowledge not only in theory but also from the practical experiences covering aspects of the past, the present as well as the future perception of the profession.

Candidates must have a valid NATA score (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) conducted by Council of Architecture (COA) / JEE (Main) Paper – II and 10+2 scheme of examination with 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and also 50% marks in aggregate of the 10+2 level examination OR 10+3 Diploma

Admission Procedure

Provisional admission will be offered to the candidates on first come basis if they meet the eligibility requirements. Confirmation of admission will be on the basis of verification of original documents.

Fee Structure

Academic Fee Structure

Type

Fees (INR)

Registration Fee

Rs. 1800 / – (One Time Non-Refundable)

Course Fee

Rs. 1,25,000 / – (Per Annum)

Caution Money

Rs. 7500/ – (One Time Deposit)

Registration Fee is applicable for one time only.

Course Fee may be paid in two installments.

Caution Money is applicable for one time only & is refunded after completion of the course.

Hostel Fee Structure

Hostel

Fees (INR )

A.C. Hostel

Rs. 1,36,500 / – (Annual)

Boys Hostel

Rs. 82,000 / – (Annual)

Girls Hostel

Rs. 82,000 / – (Annual)

Dormitory

Rs. 62,000 / – (Annual)

Hostel Security Deposit

Rs. 10,000 / – (Refundable)

Hostel fee is inclusive of Food, Lodging and Transportation

Hostel Fee may be paid in three installments.

Security Money is applicable for one time only & refunded after leaving the hostel as per norms.